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Black Monday

THURSDAYS FROM 24 JANUARY 8.30PMChannel 210

This manic comedy takes us back to October 19, 1987 – aka Black Monday, the worst stock market crash in the history of Wall Street. To this day, no one knows who caused it … until now. It’s the story of how a group of outsiders took on the blue-blood, old-boys club of Wall Street and ended up crashing the world’s largest financial system, a Lamborghini limousine, Don Henley’s birthday party and the glass ceiling.

First Man (ML)

Available from 1 March

A look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969. Stars Ryan Gosling, Claire Foy, Jason Clarke.

BlacKkKlansman (16VLSC)

Available from 26 February

Set in early 1970s, Ron Stallworth is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs PD. Determined to make a name for himself, he bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. Stars John David Washington, Adam Driver, Laura Harrier.

Johnny English Strikes Again (PGVL)

Available from 25 February

When a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, the country's only hope is called out of retirement. English's new mission is his most critical to date: Dive head first into action to find the mastermind hacker. Stars Rowan Atkinson, Olga Kurylenko, Emma Thompson.

The Nun (16VC)

Available from 25 February

When a young nun at a cloistered abbey in Romania takes her own life, a priest with a haunted past and a novitiate on the threshold of her final vows are sent by the Vatican to investigate. Stars Demián Bichir, Taissa Farmiga, Jonas Bloquet.

Won't You Be My Neighbor? (PGLC)

Available from 23 February

A LITTLE KINDNESS MAKES A WORLD A DIFFERENCEAn exploration of the life, lessons, and legacy of iconic children's television host, Fred Rogers. Stars Fred Rogers, Joanne Rogers.

Widows (16VLS)

Available from 27 February

Set in contemporary Chicago, amid a time of turmoil, four women with nothing in common except a debt left behind by their dead husbands' criminal activities, take fate into their own hands, and conspire to forge a future on their own terms. Stars Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki.

UFC 235: Jones v Smith

Sunday 3 March from 4pmSKY ArenaChannel 065

It will be an action-packed night at UFC 235 as Jon Jones takes on Anthony Smith in the Light Heavyweight main event fight at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Nobody's Fool (16LSC)

Available from 20 February

Trying to get back on her feet, wild child Tanya looks to her by the book sister Danica to help her get back on track. As these polar opposites collide --Tanya discovers that Danica's picture-perfect life -- including her mysterious boyfriend -- may not be what it seems. Stars Tiffany Haddish, Missi Pyle, Tika Sumpter.

Searching (MC)

Available from 13 February

After David Kim 16-year-old daughter goes missing, David decides to look into his daughter's laptop for clues to find her. Stars John Cho, Debra Messing, Joseph Lee.

The House With a Clock In Its Walls (PGVC)

Available from 9 February

A young orphan named Lewis Barnavelt aids his magical uncle in locating a clock with the power to bring about the end of the world. Stars Jack Black, Cate Blanchett, Owen Vaccaro.

Ant-Man and the Wasp (PGVL)

Available from 1 February

Scott Lang grapples with the consequences of his choices as both a Super Hero and a father. As he struggles to rebalance his home life with his responsibilities as Ant-Man, he's confronted by Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym with an urgent new mission. Stars Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Peña.

Incredibles 2 (PGVL)

Available from 2 February

Family Everyone's favorite family of superheroes is back, this time Helen is in the spotlight, leaving Bob at home with Violet and Dash to navigate the day-to-day heroics of "normal" life,the family is still unaware of baby Jack-Jack's emerging superpowers. When a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone must find a way to work together again--which is easier said than done, even when they're all Incredible. Stars Voices of Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell.

The Predator (16VL)

Available from 3 February

An explosive reinvention of the Predator series. Now stronger, smarter and deadlier than ever having genetically upgraded themselves with DNA from other species. When a young boy accidentally triggers their return to Earth, only a crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled science teacher can prevent the end of the human race. Stars Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Jacob Tremblay.

This Week On SKY Sport

This week we have another huge sporting line-up to look forward to, including the return of the ANZ Premiership from this Sunday!

The Wire S1-5

SUNDAYS FROM 6 JANUARY 7.30PMChannel 009

In the drug-ridden streets of West Baltimore, there are good guys and there are bad guys. Sometimes you need more than a badge to tell them apart. In this award-winning show you’re able to see life in the city through the eyes of every part of the drug "food chain", from junkies to dealers, and from cops to politicians.

WWE RAW & SMACKDOWN

Live On SKY 5

Tuesdays & Wednesdays 2pmChannel 005

Gold Rush

Season 9

Thursdays at 7.30pmChannel 070

Discovery’s intrepid gold miners are back for a new season of Gold Rush, and in the wake of Todd Hoffman’s shock departure last season, there’s new beginnings and a shake up to the crews with a new mine boss and team.

*Gold Rush Season 9 is taking a small one week break on Thursday 29 November for Shark Week. Programming continues as scheduled from Thursday 6 December.

American Chopper

New Season

See guide for timesChannel 070

World-class motorcycle builders, Paul Teutul Sr. and Paul Teutul Jr. make their highly-anticipated return to Discovery with a new season of American Chopper. The infamous father-son duo are setting out reclaim their preeminent bike brands and, hopefully, rebuild some sort of relationship.

Earth's Natural Wonders

Season 1

Saturdays at 7.30pmChannel 074

Beautifully filmed landmark series that is the definitive story of some of the most amazing places on our planet, celebrating Earth’s greatest natural wonders and revealing the dramatic and extraordinary lives of the people and creatures that inhabit them.

Zealandia Suffrage Series

Tuesdays from 15 January at 9.35pmChannel 013

125 years ago, New Zealand became the first country in the world to grant women the right to vote. VICE explores how far we have come in the fight for suffrage with three unique and challenging documentaries, filmed right here. From women in parliament to female fighters, VICE asks these trailblazers what more needs to be done.